Mark your calendars, Lions fans—the full 2026 Detroit Lions schedule is almost here. The NFL has officially announced that the league's annual schedule release will take place on Thursday, May 14, at 8 p.m. ET. But the excitement kicks off even earlier for Detroit, as we'll learn the Lions' opponent for their International game in Germany on Wednesday, May 13. That announcement will air live on Good Morning Football on NFL Network at 9 a.m. ET.

In the days leading up to the big reveal, the league's broadcast partners will be rolling out select games, building anticipation. You can catch all the action on NFL Network, ESPN2, the ESPN App, and NFL+.

Here's a quick look at who the Lions will face in 2026:

Home games: Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans

Away games: Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Miami Dolphins

Whether you're already planning your game-day gear or just counting down the days, this is the moment Lions Nation has been waiting for. Get ready to suit up and cheer on Detroit as they take on a packed schedule—with a little international flair added to the mix.